Doom

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 delivers a high-refresh-rate experience in Doom, with the data showing a clear transition from CPU-bound territory at lower resolutions to a GPU-limited scenario at 4K. This combination ranks in the top quarter of all tested combos, offering a balanced profile for a fast-paced FPS.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS figures reveal how this combo's performance profile shifts as resolution increases. At 1080p with Low settings, the system produces 314 FPS, which is an exceptionally high figure that indicates the CPU and GPU are both operating well within their limits. Moving to Medium settings at 1080p drops the average to 273 FPS, while High settings yield 231 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 189 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 125 FPS, a substantial gap that underscores how much headroom exists at this resolution.

Stepping up to 1440p, the pattern continues but with a noticeable tightening of the performance envelope. Low settings at 1440p deliver 203 FPS, which is a 111 FPS drop from the 1080p Low figure. Medium settings at 1440p average 177 FPS, High settings reach 150 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 122 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a consistent reduction of roughly 30-35% across all settings, which points to the GPU beginning to take on a more significant role as pixel count increases.

At 4K, the performance curve flattens considerably, and the limiting factor becomes clear. Low settings at 4K produce 110 FPS, which is a 204 FPS drop from the 1080p Low result. Medium settings at 4K average 96 FPS, High settings reach 81 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 66 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is 44 FPS, a much narrower margin than the 125 FPS spread seen at 1080p. This compression of the settings range at 4K is a classic indicator of GPU saturation — the RTX 4070 is working near its maximum capacity, and reducing graphical fidelity yields diminishing returns because the render resolution itself is the primary bottleneck.

The data suggests that at 1080p, the CPU and GPU are both contributing to the high frame rates, but the system is not stressed. At 1440p, the balance shifts toward the GPU, and at 4K, the RTX 4070 becomes the definitive limiting component. The 66 FPS Ultra result at 4K is still playable, but the 110 FPS Low result at the same resolution shows that users prioritizing frame rate over visual quality can achieve a much smoother experience.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations, this specific pairing of the Ryzen 5 7400F and RTX 4070 achieves a combo rank of 651 out of 2930 total combos for Doom. This places the system in the top 22% of all tested configurations, which is a strong result for a mainstream desktop setup. The percentile positioning indicates that this combo outperforms the majority of tested systems, though it does not reach the absolute top tier occupied by flagship CPUs paired with flagship GPUs.

The CPU itself holds an 83rd percentile ranking against all processors, with an average benchmark score of 32750. Its nearest rivals in the CPU benchmark database are the Intel Core i5-14600T, which scores 32707 and represents a 0.1% difference, and the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, which scores 32697 and shows a 0.2% delta. On the AMD side, the Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H scores 32812, which is 0.2% higher, and the Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 scores 32662, which is 0.3% lower. These tight margins indicate that the 7400F sits in a highly competitive performance band, and the differences between these CPUs are negligible in real-world gaming scenarios.

The GPU's percentile ranking is 81 against all graphics cards, with an average benchmark score of 37648. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Tesla P4 at 37628 (0.1% difference), the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 at 37507 (0.4% difference), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile at 38135 (a -1.3% delta, meaning the 4070 scores lower), and the AMD Radeon PRO W6400 at 37157 (1.3% higher). The RTX 4070's position among these rivals shows that it sits in a well-populated performance tier, and the small deltas suggest that users would see minimal practical differences when swapping between these cards.

The combination of an 83rd percentile CPU and an 81st percentile GPU yields a combo rank that is slightly lower than either component's individual percentile, which is expected given that Doom's performance depends on both components working together. The 651st rank out of 2930 combos reflects a system that is well above average but not at the extreme high end, making it a sensible choice for high-refresh-rate 1440p gaming or solid 4K performance.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture using a 5 nm process from TSMC, featuring the AD104 chip with 35,800 million transistors on a 294 mm² die. The GPU operates with a base clock of 1920 MHz and a boost clock of 2475 MHz, with memory running at 1313 MHz, translating to 21 Gbps effective. The 12 GB of GDDR6X memory is configured on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s.

The memory configuration plays a direct role in Doom's performance, particularly at higher resolutions where texture data and frame buffer requirements increase. The 12 GB capacity is sufficient for this game at all tested settings and resolutions, as the measured FPS figures show no signs of memory-related stuttering or frame drops. The 504.2 GB/s bandwidth is ample for the data throughput demands of a fast-paced FPS at 4K, and the benchmark results confirm that memory bandwidth is not a limiting factor in this title.

The GPU's compute capabilities include 5888 shading units, 184 texture mapping units, and 64 raster output units. The pixel rate of 158.4 GPixel/s and texture rate of 455.4 GTexel/s provide the raw throughput needed to sustain the high frame rates observed in the measurements. The FP32 performance of 29.15 TFLOPS gives the card substantial compute headroom, which is relevant for modern rendering techniques.

The RTX 4070's role in this combo is clearly defined by the resolution scaling data. At 1080p, the GPU is not the primary constraint, as evidenced by the 314 FPS Low result. At 1440p, the GPU begins to assert its influence, and at 4K, it becomes the sole limiting factor. The measured FPS at 4K Ultra of 66 FPS shows that the GPU is working at its maximum capacity, and the 44 FPS spread between Low and Ultra at this resolution indicates that the render resolution is the dominant cost.

The GPU's 81st percentile ranking against all graphics cards places it in the upper echelon of available hardware, and its nearest rivals' scores are all within 1.3% of the RTX 4070's average benchmark score. This indicates that the card sits in a well-balanced performance tier where minor architectural differences between competitors have minimal impact on real-world gaming results.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the performance envelope is broad and consistently high. Low settings produce an average of 314 FPS, which is the highest measured result across all configurations. Medium settings average 273 FPS, with a minimum of 232 FPS and a maximum of 314 FPS, showing a tight frame time distribution. High settings average 231 FPS, and Ultra settings average 189 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a steady decline of roughly 40-45 FPS per settings tier, with the Ultra result still well above the refresh rate of most high-end monitors.

At 2560x1440, the averages remain strong but show the expected reduction from the 1080p figures. Low settings average 203 FPS, which is a significant drop from the 314 FPS at 1080p Low but still extremely high for 1440p gaming. Medium settings average 177 FPS, with a minimum of 150 FPS and a maximum of 204 FPS. High settings average 150 FPS, and Ultra settings average 122 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 81 FPS, which is narrower than the 125 FPS gap at 1080p, indicating that the GPU is taking on more of the workload.

At 3840x2160, the averages drop further, and the settings tiers compress. Low settings average 110 FPS, which remains a playable and smooth experience. Medium settings average 96 FPS, with a minimum of 81 FPS and a maximum of 110 FPS. High settings average 81 FPS, and Ultra settings average 66 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra at 4K is only 44 FPS, which is less than half the spread seen at 1080p. This compression demonstrates that at 4K, the GPU is the limiting component, and the settings adjustments have a reduced impact on overall performance because the pixel count dominates the rendering cost.

Comparing the Medium settings data across resolutions provides a clear picture of the scaling behavior. The 1080p Medium average of 273 FPS drops to 177 FPS at 1440p, a reduction of 96 FPS or approximately 35%. The 1440p Medium average drops to 96 FPS at 4K, a reduction of 81 FPS or approximately 46%. This progressive scaling shows that the performance cost of increasing resolution accelerates as the pixel count grows, which is consistent with the GPU becoming the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions.

FAQ

Q: Is this combo capable of 4K gaming in Doom?

A: Yes, the measured data shows playable frame rates at 4K across all settings. Low settings average 110 FPS, Medium settings average 96 FPS, High settings average 81 FPS, and Ultra settings average 66 FPS. All of these are above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: What is the best resolution for high-refresh-rate monitors with this setup?

A: At 1440p, the system produces between 122 FPS (Ultra) and 203 FPS (Low), which is well suited for 144Hz or 165Hz displays. At 1080p, the averages range from 189 FPS (Ultra) to 314 FPS (Low), which can drive 240Hz monitors in most settings.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The RTX 4070 has an average benchmark score of 37648, which is 0.1% higher than the NVIDIA Tesla P4, 0.4% higher than the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56, 1.3% higher than the AMD Radeon PRO W6400, and 1.3% lower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile.

Q: Does the CPU limit performance at any resolution?

A: The data suggests the CPU is not a limiting factor at any tested resolution. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 314 FPS, which is an extremely high frame rate that indicates both components have headroom. The performance scaling across resolutions follows the GPU's expected behavior.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The minimum FPS data is only available for Medium settings. At 1080p Medium, the minimum is 232 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the minimum is 150 FPS. At 4K Medium, the minimum is 81 FPS.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems for Doom?

A: This combination ranks 651st out of 2930 tested combos, placing it in the top 22% of all configurations. The CPU holds an 83rd percentile ranking, and the GPU holds an 81st percentile ranking against their respective categories.

Settings Recommendations

For users with a 1080p high-refresh-rate monitor, the data shows that Ultra settings at 189 FPS provide an excellent balance of visual fidelity and performance. The 189 FPS average is well above 144Hz refresh rates and close to 165Hz capabilities, making Ultra the recommended choice for this resolution. Users with 240Hz displays may prefer High settings at 231 FPS, which sacrifices some visual quality for a higher frame rate that better utilizes the display's capabilities. Low settings at 314 FPS offer no practical benefit over High for most users, as the human eye cannot perceive the difference between 231 and 314 FPS in a meaningful way.

At 1440p, the recommendation depends on the refresh rate of the display. For 144Hz monitors, Ultra settings at 122 FPS fall slightly short of the refresh rate, so High settings at 150 FPS are the better choice, providing a smoother experience while maintaining high visual quality. Medium settings at 177 FPS are also viable for users who prioritize frame rate over graphical detail, particularly for competitive play where higher FPS can reduce input latency. Low settings at 203 FPS are unnecessary for most users, as the visual downgrade is significant and the FPS gain over Medium is modest.

For 4K displays, the recommendation is more nuanced. High settings at 81 FPS provide a good balance for users with 60Hz displays, as the frame rate exceeds the refresh rate and provides headroom for frame time variations. Ultra settings at 66 FPS are also playable, but the 15 FPS difference between High and Ultra may not justify the additional visual detail for some users. Medium settings at 96 FPS are the best choice for users with 120Hz 4K displays, as this frame rate approaches the display's refresh rate while maintaining a high level of visual quality. Low settings at 110 FPS are only recommended for users who prioritize frame rate above all else, as the visual quality reduction is substantial at this resolution.

The data shows that High settings provide the most consistent experience across all resolutions, with averages of 231 FPS at 1080p, 150 FPS at 1440p, and 81 FPS at 4K. This settings tier offers a strong balance between visual fidelity and performance, making it the default recommendation for most users. Medium settings are the best choice for competitive players who want higher frame rates, while Ultra settings are suitable for users who prioritize image quality and have displays with refresh rates at or below 120Hz.